Always...and make sure its a solvent rated respirator.
I have seen people at work with some F'd up lungs due to BOTH acrylic and enamel type paints.
Also, the paint particles that are along with the vapors are the real problem...they will permanently damage your lungs.
Do you wear a respirator when you airbrush?
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